States
How many states are in this region?
12
What is the name of the mountain range that goes through this region?
The Appalachian Mountains
The overall climate of this region is...
warm
The most valuable resources found in this region is...
COAL!
What does it mean to evacuate?
To leave an unsafe area
(you may use your book on p. 218)
Possible Answers: Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia
The Atlantic Ocean
True or False: When hurricanes happen there is usually a lot of flooding.
TRUE!
What portion (fraction) of our nation's coal comes from the Appalachian Mountains?
1/3 (One-third)
True or False: This region experiences extremely cold winters
FALSE!
Name a state south of Arkansas.
Louisiana
The Gulf of Mexico.
What is the center part of a hurricane called?
The eye
Arkansas is known for its
Rice
List 2 ways this region and where we live are similar.
Answers will vary.
Florida is known for which kinds of fruit?
What type of ecosystem is found in this region?
Wetlands
How do hurricanes happen?
Warm and cold air mix above the ocean causing large waves and strong winds.
Which of the following is NOT a crop found in this region?
Sugar Cane, Cranberries, Soybeans, Cotton
Cranberries (they are found in the Northeast)
List 2 ways this region and where we live are different.
Answers will vary.
Peaches
The largest river in the United States passes through this region. What is it called?
The Mississippi River
Bogs Swamps Marshes Rain forests
Rain forests
True or False: This region has a longer growing season than us, which is a valuable resource.
TRUE!
Use the map in your book on p. 238 to tell me one state that is known for beef.
Answer may include: Virginia, West Virginia, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida